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Title: Destiny Saber by Saber Concepts (Rhyen Skytracker)
Post by: Rhyen Skytracker on October 26, 2009, 07:06:00 PM
Here is another saber I made for Akaius.  It is called Destiny.  It has a Graflex look to it but is custom made.  (Except for the bunny ears, I took them from an Anakin saber.)  It has Mara Jade grips that are heavily weathered.  It has a Blue Lux V LED powered by a US 2.5 and a custom 7.2V NiMH battery pack I made.  Here is the video and pics.  I will post pics of the battery pack / chassis later.

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Title: Re: Destiny Saber by Saber Concepts (Rhyen Skytracker)
Post by: Jin Ke on October 26, 2009, 07:09:45 PM
Very nice...  I like the graflex feel, with a twist...   ;D
Title: Re: Destiny Saber by Saber Concepts (Rhyen Skytracker)
Post by: ARKM on October 26, 2009, 07:48:39 PM
As I've already stated on other forums, awesome hilt.
Title: Re: Destiny Saber by Saber Concepts (Rhyen Skytracker)
Post by: Akaius on October 26, 2009, 08:45:47 PM
Master Skytracker,

That looks phenomenal!  You have done a fantastic job on this saber. Not only did you nail the original design but you made it even better, I can't wait to see it in person!   ;D ;D ;D ;D

You are one of the best Sabersmiths in the business today and your attention to detail and dedication to 110% customer satisfaction is astounding!

Guys I can't recommend Rhyen Skytracker of Saber Concepts enough! He is A+

Thanks again my friend on an outstanding job. Now excuse me while I go drool over those pics! LOL.

P.S- I plan on doing a thorough review of this beaut when I get her. ;)
Title: Re: Destiny Saber by Saber Concepts (Rhyen Skytracker)
Post by: Caine on October 26, 2009, 09:22:26 PM
Very nice Wade...very nice!

Congrats Akaius!
Title: Re: Destiny Saber by Saber Concepts (Rhyen Skytracker)
Post by: Darth_Baleful on October 26, 2009, 11:56:32 PM
looks very nice Rhyen :o 8) the grips are very slick. the blue you used, has a very nice shade to it. great job!

MTFBWY
Title: Re: Destiny Saber by Saber Concepts (Rhyen Skytracker)
Post by: shien7 on October 27, 2009, 05:34:58 AM
Nice saber, i really like the choke section and the blade holder.
Title: Re: Destiny Saber by Saber Concepts (Rhyen Skytracker)
Post by: Firedrops on October 27, 2009, 06:23:43 AM
wow that looks really good.
all the parts are pretty special, and put together you get a... really awesome saber!
has the graflex parts that i want, at the same time not having the graflex parts that i don't want. :D
Title: Re: Destiny Saber by Saber Concepts (Rhyen Skytracker)
Post by: sithslayer1 on October 27, 2009, 09:13:07 AM
A very nice, interesting take on the Graflex theme, I like it! You usually dont see this theme customized alot, really well done! I love the Mara Jade type grips and extended choke.
Title: Re: Destiny Saber by Saber Concepts (Rhyen Skytracker)
Post by: nartules on October 27, 2009, 12:39:41 PM
Really liking the grips at the bottom as well as the windowed hilt at the top.  It looks like its happy to see me when it originally powered on.  Very nice design.
Title: Re: Destiny Saber by Saber Concepts (Rhyen Skytracker)
Post by: Akaius on November 16, 2009, 11:17:14 PM
Update:

I've been meaning to get around to doing a proper review of this saber so here we go.

Wade aka Rhyen Skytracker of Saber Concepts did a awesome job making this.

the hilt is completely custom machined out of aluminum and polished to shine and is sporting:

• An illuminated blue ring momentary AV switch mounted on a aluminum bezel
• 6 powdercoated flat black Mara Jade grips with an extra ring of screws to keep the grips flush (makes for an amazing grip)
• Anakin style Bunny Ears
• Customized Graflex button blade retention screw
• Aluminum CT wheel

It's now running:

• Ultrasound 2.5 soundcard
• An amazingly bright Blue Cree LED
• Custom built in hilt recharge battery pack with a recharge port in the pommel

The saber looks and feels amazing, it's thin choke and custom grips allows for an amazingly comfortable grip for spinning. It's definitely the prize of my saber collection.

Once again Wade, is a true gentleman to work with, his dedication to customer service and skill at creating these pieces of art are second to none. I'll be going back to Saber Concepts for my next custom lightsaber. Now enough narrative, onto the pics.

Here was the design I sent him:

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And as promised, here are some new glam shots of the saber.  ;)


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Title: Re: Destiny Saber by Saber Concepts (Rhyen Skytracker)
Post by: Darth_Baleful on November 17, 2009, 01:48:06 AM
good review, and a great lookin saber 8) your lucky to have such a sweet hilt to add to your collection

MTFBWY
Title: Re: Destiny Saber by Saber Concepts (Rhyen Skytracker)
Post by: Onli-Won Kanomi on November 17, 2009, 02:02:01 AM
Graflex type sabers are usually good looking but this one is particularly gorgeous...Kudos on a great saber to designer and smith.
Title: Re: Destiny Saber by Saber Concepts (Rhyen Skytracker)
Post by: sithslayer1 on November 17, 2009, 10:31:11 AM
Very nice design. Looks like a Anakin ROTS/Star Killer hybrid with Mara Jade looking grips.
Title: Re: Destiny Saber by Saber Concepts (Rhyen Skytracker)
Post by: Caine on November 17, 2009, 11:47:13 AM
Nice review, Akaius. That is one gorgeous saber that you got there! Rhyhen's work just keeps getting better and better. I anxiously wait his next creation for sure.

Akaius, PLEASE tell me that saber is going to get put to some GOOD usage!  8)
Title: Re: Destiny Saber by Saber Concepts (Rhyen Skytracker)
Post by: wookieecrisp on November 17, 2009, 12:38:44 PM
Beautiful! The grips and middle section blend very well... congrats Akaius!
Title: Re: Destiny Saber by Saber Concepts (Rhyen Skytracker)
Post by: Akaius on November 17, 2009, 02:34:45 PM
Thanks guys!  :)

And Yeah Caine, this will see some good usage, it's by far the most comfortable saber I've held for spinning and dueling but never the less I don't plan on beating it around too much as it is my unicorn saber! :P
Title: Re: Destiny Saber by Saber Concepts (Rhyen Skytracker)
Post by: Rhyen Skytracker on November 17, 2009, 03:08:37 PM
Akaius most definitely comes up with some awesome designs.  I was honored to be able to make a few of them and look forward to making many more.